Sunil Chhetri Takes Good U-Turn, Will Play in March FIFA Window

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March 7, 2025

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Sunil Chhetri Takes Good U-Turn, Will Play in March FIFA Window

Sunil Chhetri, a big name in Indian football, is coming back to play for the national team. He had said he was done playing for India last year. However, after talking with the team’s coach, Manolo Marquez, he decided to return. This is big news for Indian football fans.

Why did Sunil Chhetri come back?

Coach Marquez felt it was very important for Chhetri to play again. India is getting ready for important games to qualify for the Asian Cup in 2027. This tournament is very important for the team. “We need to do well in the Asian Cup,” said Marquez. “Because of this, I talked to Sunil Chhetri about playing again. He agreed, and that’s why he is in the team.”

Amazing Records of Sunil Chhetri

Sunil Chhetri is known for scoring many goals. In fact, he is one of the top goal scorers in the world. He has scored 94 goals for India. This makes him the fourth-highest international goal scorer ever. He is a player with a lot of experience and skill.

The Upcoming Matches

India will play two important matches in March. First, they will play a friendly game against the Maldives on March 19. This game will help the team get ready for the big match against Bangladesh. This match against Bangladesh is the first game in the final round of the AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers. Both matches will happen in Shillong.

FIFA World Cup Qualifier, Indian Football Team, Sunil Chhetri

The Team for the March Matches

Coach Marquez has chosen 26 players to be in the team for these matches. Sunil Chhetri is one of them. Here is the full list:

Goalkeepers: Amrinder Singh, Gurmeet Singh, Vishal Kaith.
Defenders: Asish Rai, Boris Singh Thangjam, Chinglensana Singh Konsham, Hmingthanmawia, Mehtab Singh, Rahul Bheke, Roshan Singh Naorem, Sandesh Jhingan, Subhasish Bose.
Midfielders: Ashique Kuruniyan, Ayush Dev Chhetri, Brandon Fernandes, Brison Fernandes, Jeakson Singh Thounaojam, Lalengmawia, Liston Colaco, Mahesh Singh Naorem, Suresh Singh Wangjam.
Forwards: Sunil Chhetri, Farukh Choudhary, Irfan Yadwad, Lallianzuala Chhangte, Manvir Singh.

Sunil Chhetri’s return is a big boost for the Indian team. He brings a lot of experience and leadership. Also, his goal-scoring skills are very important for the team. With him back, India has a better chance to do well in the upcoming matches.

The matches in Shillong are very important. The team needs to work hard and play well. The fans are excited to see Sunil Chhetri play again. Everyone hopes that India will do well and qualify for the Asian Cup.

In short, Sunil Chhetri’s return is a reason for Indian football fans to be happy. His experience and skills will help the team a lot. Now, everyone is looking forward to the matches in March.